Events

From the annual Folk Festival to our weekly Broadside and Folk Nights, to the traditional Holiday Wassail, Young Folk at the Hall and many concerts and workshops throughout the year; the Folk Arts Society holds many events in support of promoting and preserving cultural traditions.

Songs & Yarns

Songs & Yarns

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Artists: Sherry Ryan

We are bringing the ARTS back to the Newfoundland & Labrador Folk Arts Society with a good ol’ knitters night out the FIRST TUESDAY of every month. From 6:30-9pm at Sláinte join us for crafts and live music. From 6:30-7:00pm there will be a chatting period before the music starts. Music from performer Sherry Ryan starts at 7pm. Hosted by our beloved folky friend, Tonya Kearley-Russell! Cover fee is $10

Nov 05

Sláinte

Songs & Yarns
Nov 05

Songs & Yarns

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Sláinte

Artists: Sherry Ryan

We are bringing the ARTS back to the Newfoundland & Labrador Folk Arts Society with a good ol’ knitters night out the FIRST TUESDAY of every month. From 6:30-9pm at Sláinte join us for crafts and live music. From 6:30-7:00pm there will be a chatting period before the music starts. Music from performer Sherry Ryan starts at 7pm. Hosted by our beloved folky friend, Tonya Kearley-Russell! Cover fee is $10

Folk Night presents Katie Baggs & Valmy

Folk Night presents Katie Baggs & Valmy

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Artists: Katie Baggs, Valmy

Katie & Valmy, singer-songwriter super duo, combine their performing powers to bring us a beautiful evening of angelic voices and skilled musicianship. Join us at The Ship, 9pm November 6.

Nov 06

The Ship Pub

Folk Night presents Katie Baggs & Valmy
Nov 06

Folk Night presents Katie Baggs & Valmy

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The Ship Pub

Artists: Katie Baggs, Valmy

Katie & Valmy, singer-songwriter super duo, combine their performing powers to bring us a beautiful evening of angelic voices and skilled musicianship. Join us at The Ship, 9pm November 6.

Folk Night presents Neil Conway, Duane Andrews & Dave Rowe

Folk Night presents Neil Conway, Duane Andrews & Dave Rowe

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Neil Conway has been sharing quirky, provocative and humorous songs for over 25 years. Both folky and groovy; he knits together a diverse repertoire into a witty and engaging tapestry of topics. He will be joined by Duane Andrews on guitar and Dave Rowe on upright bass.

Nov 13

The Ship Pub

Local FolQ

Local FolQ

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Artists: Jason Normore

Come on out for a night of music and art from local 2SLGBTQIA+ artists! Featuring some of St. John’s finest, this show covers a spectrum of folk styles. The show will be held at Theatre Hill (Majestic Theatre) on October 10th at 7pm, and is hosted by Jason Normore.

Nov 14

The Majestic Theatre

Local FolQ
Nov 14

Local FolQ

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The Majestic Theatre

Artists: Jason Normore

Come on out for a night of music and art from local 2SLGBTQIA+ artists! Featuring some of St. John’s finest, this show covers a spectrum of folk styles. The show will be held at Theatre Hill (Majestic Theatre) on October 10th at 7pm, and is hosted by Jason Normore.

Young Folk at the Hall – Marystown (2024)

Young Folk at the Hall – Marystown (2024)

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We are pleased to be offering our Young Folk at the Hall program in Marystown from November 15th-17th! This program was started by Fergus O’ Byrne to provide an opportunity for young musicians to meet and share in the fun of playing music together and it has been an invaluable part of the cultural development of young artists over the last 20 plus years.For more information regarding the program and concert and to register, click More Info

Nov 15

St. Gabriel's Hall

Young Folk at the Hall – Marystown (2024)
Nov 15

Young Folk at the Hall – Marystown (2024)

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St. Gabriel's Hall

We are pleased to be offering our Young Folk at the Hall program in Marystown from November 15th-17th! This program was started by Fergus O’ Byrne to provide an opportunity for young musicians to meet and share in the fun of playing music together and it has been an invaluable part of the cultural development of young artists over the last 20 plus years.For more information regarding the program and concert and to register, click More Info

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Fiddle Workshop with Emilia Bartellas

Fiddle Workshop with Emilia Bartellas

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We are pleased to be offering a FREE fiddle workshop to be offered by the incredible Emilia Bartellas of the Dardanelles! This workshop is open to anyone under 19 who has a few tunes under their belt already.

Registration link available below under ‘More Info”! Please email Rosemary at youth.programming@nlfolk.com if you have any questions. Location subject to change.

Nov 16

The Lantern

Fiddle Workshop with Emilia Bartellas
Nov 16

Fiddle Workshop with Emilia Bartellas

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The Lantern

We are pleased to be offering a FREE fiddle workshop to be offered by the incredible Emilia Bartellas of the Dardanelles! This workshop is open to anyone under 19 who has a few tunes under their belt already.

Registration link available below under ‘More Info”! Please email Rosemary at youth.programming@nlfolk.com if you have any questions. Location subject to change.

More info

Folk Night presents Glenn Tilley & Bill Rose

Folk Night presents Glenn Tilley & Bill Rose

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Tilley and Billy bring all the best of the golden years of folk on stage here tonight folks. Classic material, impeccably delivered.

Nov 20

The Ship Pub

Young Folk at the Hall- St. John’s

Young Folk at the Hall- St. John’s

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We are pleased to bring you our Young Folk at the Hall program for 2024! This program was started by Fergus O’ Byrne to provide an opportunity for young musicians to meet and share in the fun of playing music together and it has been an invaluable part of the cultural development of young artists over the last 20 plus years.
Sessions will be held at the Lantern from 2:00-4:30pm on on Saturday, November 23rd and 2:00-4:30pm on Saturday, November 30th, with the finale concert on Sunday, December 1st at 2:00 pm.

Space is limited so register soon!

More information can be found on our registration form attached.

Nov 23

The Lantern

Young Folk at the Hall- St. John’s
Nov 23

Young Folk at the Hall- St. John’s

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The Lantern

We are pleased to bring you our Young Folk at the Hall program for 2024! This program was started by Fergus O’ Byrne to provide an opportunity for young musicians to meet and share in the fun of playing music together and it has been an invaluable part of the cultural development of young artists over the last 20 plus years.
Sessions will be held at the Lantern from 2:00-4:30pm on on Saturday, November 23rd and 2:00-4:30pm on Saturday, November 30th, with the finale concert on Sunday, December 1st at 2:00 pm.

Space is limited so register soon!

More information can be found on our registration form attached.

More info

Folk Night Session hosted by Daunt Lee

Folk Night Session hosted by Daunt Lee

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Artists: Daunt Lee

No stranger to the session, Daunt Lee will be hosting this months Folk Night trad gathering. Don’t delay – tunes and songs to be had at 9pm!

Nov 27

The Ship Pub

Young Folk at the Hall- St. John’s

Young Folk at the Hall- St. John’s

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We are pleased to bring you our Young Folk at the Hall program for 2024! This program was started by Fergus O’ Byrne to provide an opportunity for young musicians to meet and share in the fun of playing music together and it has been an invaluable part of the cultural development of young artists over the last 20 plus years.
Sessions will be held at the Lantern from 2:00-4:30pm on on Saturday, November 23rd and 2:00-4:30pm on Saturday, November 30th, with the finale concert on Sunday, December 1st at 2:00 pm.

Space is limited so register soon!

More information can be found on our registration form attached.

Nov 30

The Lantern

Young Folk at the Hall- St. John’s
Nov 30

Young Folk at the Hall- St. John’s

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The Lantern

We are pleased to bring you our Young Folk at the Hall program for 2024! This program was started by Fergus O’ Byrne to provide an opportunity for young musicians to meet and share in the fun of playing music together and it has been an invaluable part of the cultural development of young artists over the last 20 plus years.
Sessions will be held at the Lantern from 2:00-4:30pm on on Saturday, November 23rd and 2:00-4:30pm on Saturday, November 30th, with the finale concert on Sunday, December 1st at 2:00 pm.

Space is limited so register soon!

More information can be found on our registration form attached.

More info

Young Folk at the Hall- St. John’s

Young Folk at the Hall- St. John’s

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We are pleased to bring you our Young Folk at the Hall program for 2024! This program was started by Fergus O’ Byrne to provide an opportunity for young musicians to meet and share in the fun of playing music together and it has been an invaluable part of the cultural development of young artists over the last 20 plus years.
Sessions will be held at the Lantern from 2:00-4:30pm on on Saturday, November 23rd and 2:00-4:30pm on Saturday, November 30th, with the finale concert on Sunday, December 1st at 2:00 pm.

Space is limited so register soon!

More information can be found on our registration form attached.

Dec 01

The Lantern

Young Folk at the Hall- St. John’s
Dec 01

Young Folk at the Hall- St. John’s

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The Lantern

We are pleased to bring you our Young Folk at the Hall program for 2024! This program was started by Fergus O’ Byrne to provide an opportunity for young musicians to meet and share in the fun of playing music together and it has been an invaluable part of the cultural development of young artists over the last 20 plus years.
Sessions will be held at the Lantern from 2:00-4:30pm on on Saturday, November 23rd and 2:00-4:30pm on Saturday, November 30th, with the finale concert on Sunday, December 1st at 2:00 pm.

Space is limited so register soon!

More information can be found on our registration form attached.

More info

Annual Events

Young Folk at the HallHoliday WassailNewfoundland & Labrador Folk Festival